Lod Mayor Seethes After Jewish-Arab Clashes, Activist Questioned
Summarized from The Jerusalem Post by baba
Lod Mayor Yair Revivo is "seething" after overnight Jewish-Arab clashes left several wounded and 11 arrested, leading to the questioning of far-right activist Mordechai David. Revivo blamed outside extremists for inciting local youths, who then clashed with Arab residents. David claims his group's march was non-threatening and a response to attacks on Jews. Both Revivo and David referenced the city's 2021 riots, aiming to prevent a recurrence.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- Lod Mayor Yair Revivo expressed extreme anger over overnight Jewish-Arab clashes resulting in injuries and 11 arrests.
- Far-right activist Mordechai David was summoned for police questioning following the Lod disturbances.
- Mayor Revivo blamed outside extremists for inciting local youths who then clashed with Arab residents.
- Activist Mordechai David stated his group's march was non-threatening and a response to attacks on Jewish residents.
- Both Revivo and David referenced the city's severe 2021 riots, aiming to prevent a repeat.
- The Mossawa Center blamed right-wing instigators for escalating tensions in the mixed city.
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